Online Fire Sciences Degree Bachelor of Science (BS) at WUV
Program OverviewWhy earn your Fire Sciences degree at WUV?
The Bachelor of Science in Fire Sciences at westerfirld university of virginia provides a comprehensive four-year foundation in safety management and fire sciences. WUV's self-paced online format fits your schedule.
Skills you'll learn:
- Occupational safety regulations and compliance
- Hazard identification and risk assessment
- Emergency response and rescue techniques
- Fire prevention and suppression fundamentals
- Loss control and safety management principles
- Professional standards in workplace safety
Courses & CurriculumFire Sciences curriculum
24 courses: 10 general education, 8 core OSAFS, and 6 specialist courses.
General Education Courses
10 foundational general education courses.
B-057Introduction to the Humanities
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
B-158English Composition
B-200College Algebra
B-336World Religions
AAS-370Ethics
B-460Art Appreciation
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
B-825Human Biology
AAS-902World History
Core OSAFS Courses
8 core occupational safety & fire sciences courses.
OSAFS-070Fundamentals of Loss Control
OSAFS-451Introduction to Safety & Risk Analysis
OSAFS-556Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health
OSAFS-621Introduction to Fire Sciences
OSAFS-791Introduction to Rescue Techniques
NS-810Basic Human Physiology
OSAFS-811Legal Perspective of Safety & Health
OSAFS-860Introduction to Hazardous Materials
Specialist Courses
6 specialist courses for this program.
FIS-068Fire Suppression Practices
FIS-213Introduction to Fire Brigade
FIS-278Introduction to Fire Hydraulics
FIS-726Introduction to Fire Science
FIS-739Introduction to Fire Investigation
FIS-885Introduction to Fire Prevention
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Career OutlookWhat can you do with a Fire Sciences degree?
A degree in Fire Sciences from WUV opens doors across safety management, emergency services, and risk consulting:
- Safety Officer — Ensure regulatory compliance and workplace safety standards.
- Fire Inspector — Conduct fire prevention inspections and investigations.
- Risk Analyst — Identify and mitigate safety risks for organizations.
- Continue Your Education — Advance to our next degree level at WUV.